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Position : Building Sciences Practice Team Manager 1

Location : West Springfield, MA

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees in offices throughout the US. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company. Come join us!

Atlas is looking for a Building Sciences Practice Team Manager for West Springfield, MA .

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage mold, asbestos, lead, indoor air quality, and other building science-related projects in various settings.

• Operate and maintain testing equipment and instruments including air-sampling pumps, real-time air monitoring equipment, moisture meters, IR cameras, and calibrators.

• Provide leadership, training and support to all levels of the organization.

• Able to oversee junior staff, subcontractors, and multiple projects in a professional and efficient manner.

• Interact and communicate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agency representatives in a professional manner.

• Effectively communicate with direct supervisor and other Atlas team members

• Read and understand project specifications, sampling methodologies, and building drawings.

• Prepare budgets, technical proposals and reports and provide related quality assurance/quality control.

• Ensure projects are completed safely in a timely manner and within budget constraints of the project.

• Abide by Atlas' health and safety policies and procedures

• Approval to drive a company car or rental vehicles – valid Driver’s License and ability to pass a MVR.

• Ability to occasionally work off-hours and weekends (20-30% of time)

• Regional (New England & Northeast New York) travel is required. Out of region travel typically less than 10% but opportunities are available, if interested in traveling outside of region.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in science-related field preferred, but not required

• 10-15 years’ of experience in building sciences.

• Additional experience in lieu of degree considered

• Experience with asbestos, mold, and lead related projects required.

• Must have a valid Driver’s License, ability to pass a Driver Background Check, and have reliable transportation

• Ability to pass a Background Check for work with state and local governments along with defense contractor clients

• Ability to climb stairs/ladders and lift up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to wear a respirator, safety harness, and other personal protective equipment as needed

• Excellent written, communication, and organizational skills required.

• Proven effective management skills required.

• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, and work independently with minimal supervision.

Technical Requirements

• Asbestos, lead, and/or mold licenses or training required

• Microsoft Office experience required

• Experienced in writing comprehensive technical reports and proposals

• Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations applicable to asbestos, lead, indoor air quality and industrial hygiene services required

Other Miscellaneous Qualities

• Ability to travel locally up to 70% of the time

• Ability to work off-shifts, as needed

• Ability to work independently and in a team setting

• Effective time management skills

• Effective communication skills

• Effective management skills

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are at the core of our purpose & values

We are committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities where we live and work. We believe in our heart-led approach and place a strong focus on conducting our business in an ethical, compassionate and respectful way. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program, we seek to hire, develop, and promote a talented and diverse team of professionals nationwide. We believe in leveraging the power of our different backgrounds, beliefs, perspectives and capabilities to create value for our company and our communities. Our values of Life, Heart, Mastery and Trust are the principles by which we operate, the character of our people, and the culture of our organization. We’re Stronger Together.

ATLAS EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf